It is recommended to use a telephoto lens for shooting, with an upward angle, focusing on the details of the blue glazed roof tiles and ridge beasts. Position the ridge beast on the left side of the frame, and include the tile ends, ridge beast, and sky background. This will create a simple yet prominent texture of the blue glazed tiles and the details of the ancient architecture.

Travel Tip: The entrance fee is 15 RMB.

Temple of Heaven Park - Blue Glazed Tile Eaves and Roof Beasts

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No. 1A, Tiantan Dongli, Dongcheng District, Beijing

Photography Tips

It is recommended to use a telephoto lens for shooting, with an upward angle, focusing on the details of the blue glazed roof tiles and ridge beasts. Position the ridge beast on the left side of the frame, and include the tile ends, ridge beast, and sky background. This will create a simple yet prominent texture of the blue glazed tiles and the details of the ancient architecture. Travel Tip: The entrance fee is 15 RMB.

Walking Guide

Walk west along Yongdingmen East Street to Zhonglian Department Store (on your right) and then turn right.

Walk south to Kexin Liquor & Tobacco Supermarket (on your right) and then proceed to the right.

Walk north along Jingtaig Road to the Lingxing Gate of the Temple of Heaven (on your left) and then turn left.

Walk south along the auxiliary road of Tiantan East Road to the Capital Library Urban Street Self-service Library (on your right) and then turn right.

Walk 7 meters northeast and then turn right.

Take the Subway Line 5 to Tiantan East Gate Station and exit from the Southwest Exit (D).

Walk 84 meters west to reach your destination. — step-by-step photo guide

Walk 84 meters west to reach your destination.